Chapter: Epilogue“I, CALEB ROSS, TAKE thee, Sunrise Dawn Zabel, as my lawfully wedded wife. Whatever may come our way, I promise to take care of you, protect you and to love you till I drew my last breath. God gave you to me when I almost believe that I will end up alone in this world. He gave me a reason to hold onto love, he gave me so much reason to love you. Some of it didn’t really make sense at first. I never asked God to give me a woman who do awesome lap dance! But then you came.”I chuckled even though I was crying so hard. With Caleb staring at me like this, and while hearing him say all of this, it was melting my heart.“I never thought this day would come… When I’d be excited to come home because I know, you and Sunny are there waiting for me. I love you more than anything else.” He kissed the back of my hand and I felt his lips trembling. He must have been trying so hard to stop himself
Last Updated: 2021-02-26
Chapter: Welcome, Sunny!THE MOMENT BABY SUNNY was given to us, tears immediately surged from my eyes. It was a magical moment when I carried her in my arms. I had this wonderful feeling - like a strong bond was built within us.I looked at Dawn who was also crying in joy. I felt so proud of her. She was able to give birth without any complication. A brave woman with a soft heart. My heart beat faster as I stared at the two angels that God sent me.It made me sob even more. I am so grateful that I have them in my life.I never really thought that someone like her will come into my life. I was actually slowly accepting the fact that I'll grow old alone and single but God… He gave me a chance to live happily."Can I hold her?" Dawn asked in a faint voice."Yes love." I answered and tried to contain my tears.I placed baby Sunny on top of her but didn't rea
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Chapter: Unexpected SurpriseI HAPPILY NODDED and took my time to walk home. Carrying this watermelon-like tummy was hard. It feels like you are carrying 6000 ml of water with two hands. There were times when my knees suddenly wobble, but thank God there's always someone there to catch me or assist me to sit down.Well, I'm happy that this was about to end. And I'm excited to meet our baby.My brows furrowed when I went inside the house. It was silent but I saw shoes outside."Cass?" I called out but no one answered.Where the hell is he?I suddenly noticed that Dusk's room door was slightly opened. Whenever Cass visited us, he always used that room so I thought he was just changing but I felt something different this time. Like someone was pushing me to check the room.Out of curiosity, I walked closer and peaked at the opened door and there I saw&h
Last Updated: 2021-02-25
Chapter: The Premiere Night"LOVE, DO I LOOK okay?" I asked and glanced at Caleb with a half-smile on my lips. My seven months baby bump was calling the attention of whoever looked at me.I was wearing a white flowy gown with a glittery gold belt. Don't worry, it's just actually a garter so it wouldn’t hurt my baby Sunny. My dress looks like the one being worn by Greek Goddesses - but, the maternity version. It has a plunging neckline with extra silky cloth on the shoulders. I had a jacket ready in case I won’t be able to handle the coldness inside the cinema.I had my hair bun up, decorated with white and gold flower pins. I curled some of my hair and let it loose.Caleb didn't react so I felt worried."What? Too much?" I checked myself again in front of the mirror.He stood up and went behind me. I looked at him through his reflection and saw him smirk. His hands glided from m
Last Updated: 2021-02-24
Chapter: Back Home"SUGARPLUM!" POPS GREETED me with excitement. He was already outside when we arrived. I hugged him and kissed him on his cheek."Where's Mom?""She's at the store. Busy with inventories. The cake from Zen just arrived.""Hi Pops. How are you?" Caleb smiled and placed his hand on Pops' shoulder."Doing well son." He smiled back.You have no idea how close they became after finding out that I was pregnant and when he proposed to me.It was nice to watch them together.No more shotgun for Caleb, I guess.We went inside the house and sat on the couch in the living room."I watched your interview this morning." Pops said while looking at Caleb. "It went smooth, thanks to you."I squinted my eyes. "So, you'r
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Chapter: Talk Show Part 2“AND WERE BACK FOLKS!” Chibi focused her eyes on us again. “What I wanted to confirm again is… Why was Dawn at Caleb’s unit at that time?”"I can explain that.” Caleb started. “So, the reason why she went to my unit was to practice with me. She's not a trained actress so she needed help with the script, emotion and all. It just so happened that when we were photographed, we were in character."“In character…” Chibi had a sly smile on her face. “Then to confirm, you were already acting before going inside the apartment? Didn’t it occurred to you that some paparazzi might find that useful for a scoop?”“It did occur. But it was too late for me to realize it.”In character my ass! If I know you’ve been wanting to touch me that day.&ldquo
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Chapter: CH.64 - Learning the TruthREBECCA’S POVBLACK CAFÉLONG SILENCE REIGNED between me and Mira. I sipped on my latte before rubbing both of my hands together. It was weirdly cold…Or am I just anxious?“Rebecca I---” She paused, before taking a deep breath again. “I really am sorry.”My eyes darted away from here. “I’m not gonna hide the fact that I was utterly hurt. I just cannot fathom why you had to lie to me.”“I didn’t!” Mira shook her head aggressively with a pleading voice. She even reached for my arm that led me to look back at her. “I just chose not to tell you anything about it. As much I wanted to save my dummy fiancé here, he’s actually the one who kept telling lies about Ibarra.”I let out a frustrated sigh and massage my temple. “That idiot.”“You know how he was during our high school years. Jud blindly believed that you are the one for him. The way he loved you before was so pure and I’ve been a witness to that. For those who doesn’t know us much would immediately think that you two are together.”
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Chapter: CH.63 - That 'Hero'“MS. JAVIER?”That light tap on my shoulder and soft voice brought me back to reality.“Oh, sorry. What were you saying?” I asked as I tried to focus on the director’s assistant.What happened at Heiji’s residence was stuck on my head – playing over and over like a pirated CD. After he returned to the table, he became silent – obviously trying to avoid having a conversation with me. When I tried to ask him, he immediately stood up, bowed his head and apologized.I was left there eating alone.It felt like they had a mini family meeting somewhere because his sister and mom suddenly disappeared.A soft sigh escaped my lips.Was I really that blind? Maybe this was the thing Bianca and Nikki were trying to point out the night we were drinking.Ah! So that’s why they called Heiji!“Ms. Javier?”My eyes blinked several times before staring at Kim. “Oh gosh, Kim. I’m so sorry. I’m so distracted right now.” I let out a sigh. “There’s a lot of things on my mind. I apologize.”“I wonder what hap
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Chapter: CH.62 - Truth About Heiji (Part 2)HEIJI’s POVREBECCA’S PARTED LIPS made me want to trace them with my thumb and I wonder how soft they would feel on it. And I couldn’t deny how amused I am whenever her eyes shift between surprise and scrutinizing look – as if she was trying to unveil and examine an art piece. I never really like it when someone stares at me intently but with Rebecca’s stare – oh, I’ll welcome it with all my heart!But not now, Heiji.I am very much aware about the current situation between her and Mira. I do not want to add anything else on her plate. She must have been totally blown by that revelation – to a point that she drank all the way just to forget.Though, dammit!I’m not gonna lie that it did occur to me to take advantage of the situation. There’s a high chance that I could sway her heart this time. There’s a study showing that when girls are vulnerable, they most likely build strong attachment to the person who’s there for them every time. It’s like the damsel in distress syndrome. However,
Last Updated: 2025-02-17
Chapter: CH.61 - Truth About Heiji (Part 1)THE NEXT MORNING(Rebecca’s POV)I stretched out my arms and legs as I let out a yawn before rolling to the other side of the bed. I hugged the pillow that my hand reached and pulled the blanket over my shoulder. I didn’t bother to open my eyes since I was sure that the light on my window will just force me to close them again.Another day.The thought of my friends once again filled my mind.I guess this was the longest time since Mira and I haven’t talked to each other. And never did I imagine that we would fight over Ibarra. She hates the guy, that’s for sure! And she nags at me for being ‘overly infatuated’ by him, but we never really fought about him. At least not this serious. About Judiel, well obviously he never really wanted Ibarra for me but it never really occurred to me that they would hide something like that.And speaking of Ibarra. He’s been intruding my thoughts too. Whenever my brain and body would remind me of how he feverously kissed and touched me that day, it woul
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Chapter: CH.60 - Friend or Foe?REBECCA’S POV (THE PRESENT TIMES)“I never knew your life was this complicated.” Nikki poured me another glass of wine.“And I never knew they could hide something like this from me.” I bitterly mumbled as I took a sip from my glass.It’s been three days since my confrontation with Ibarra, Mira and Judiel. I’m still baffled as to why they must keep secrets from me. I’ve been tumbling over it – trying to figure out the reason but I’ve been hitting the same damn end. Am I not reliable? Do they think I cannot really control my feelings?Was I that stupid?“Could be.”My eyes flew at Bianca who was staring at me. Did my thoughts just leak out from my mouth? I squinted my eyes at her.“I mean… Didn’t they say that even the brightest man becomes a fool in terms of love?”I simpered before taking another sip. “Mind to elaborate?”Mind to elaborate. Hah!Funny how a famous romance writer faces dilemma understanding the truth behind this loophole.“Hope you don’t take this negatively, Rebecca.”
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Chapter: CH.59 - Sick Ibarra“CHU…” IBARRA REMOVED THE WOMAN’S grip from his uniform and pushed her lightly. He was giving me this ‘pleading’ look as if he was asking me not to think of something weird.I mean, should I?But they’re undeniably close! She even knows Carlie and if you didn’t arrive, maybe she successfully undressed Ibarra!I shook my head to clear these thoughts and worries that was starting to eat me.“Chu?” The woman crossed her arms on her chest and gave me a scrutinizing look. “Is she the one?”Wow.I never felt so belittled with just a mere look. Mitchell used to give me this kind of stare, but it wasn’t that powerful than this. Her cat shaped eyes made it more menacing. The way she also stood there gives this ‘I own this place’ vibe.“Instead of you being here, why don’t you head to the mansion and meet Dad? You are not even allowed here.”She chuckled dryly. “Evading my question, huh? Well, you no longer need to say anything cause I already know the answer. Anyway…” She patted his head and g
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